Wally Funk, the trailblazing pilot who became the oldest woman in space at age 82 on Blue Origin's 2021 flight, has died at 87. She was denied NASA astronaut status in the 1960s as part of the Mercury 13 program.
Celtic star Daizen Maeda dismisses Olympic switch talk despite his record 78 sprints in a World Cup match, and admits he once considered quitting football for gymnastics.
Copenhagen tops the 2026 Global Liveability Index with perfect scores in stability, infrastructure, and education. The Danish capital also ranks among the world's most walkable cities, with excellent publicly funded healthcare.
Northumberland County Council approved £1.6 million to repair Blyth Swimming Pool's ceiling, closed since January due to sagging sections. Works include asbestos removal and new gantries, with closure until summer 2025.
Derek Ferguson reveals talks with son Lewis over future amid Rangers interest, but Bologna now considers the midfielder 'unsellable' after Tedesco talks.
World champion swimmer Neil Gilson is breaking Guinness World Records by swimming Switzerland's 10 largest lakes to raise awareness for PANDAS, the condition affecting his son Jack.
World Aquatics allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their own flag and anthem, sparking joy in Russia and outrage in Ukraine.
A dominatrix shares seven essential etiquette rules for clients, from punctuality and hygiene to payment and behaviour, warning that breaking them could lead to severe punishment.
Several children were rescued from dangerous rip currents at Tywyn beach in Gwynedd, North Wales, after bystanders plunged into the sea to save them, sparking renewed demands for lifeguards.
A 15-year-old boy, named locally as Irebami, died after swimming in Testwood Lakes in Totton. Tributes call him 'the brightest boy'; a fundraiser has raised over £5,000.
Tim Henman, commentating for BBC at Wimbledon, said it was 'difficult to watch' Mirra Andreeva break down in tears after her second-round loss to Barbora Krejcikova.
Police suspend searches for missing teen and man off Sydney beaches after six drownings during New Year period.
Germany are out of the World Cup after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay, while Brazil battled past Japan 2-1. Plus, Netherlands v Morocco previewed.
Seven-year-old Gabriele Petrucci died after being trapped in a swimming pool suction duct in Italy. Family blames negligence.
Hannah Mills credits SailGP's Women's Pathway for bridging the experience gap in foil racing, aiming for full gender equity on board as the league showcases mixed-gender competition at the highest level.
Novak Djokovic reveals Serena Williams is spending more time in the gym than ever before ahead of her Wimbledon return, praising her dedication and inspiring comeback.
Five people have died in UK waters during the hottest June on record, including a man pulled from the River Severn and a 15-year-old boy found in a lake.
Iliman Ndiaye scored his first World Cup goal as Senegal thrashed Iraq 5-0, keeping his bold prediction alive. Senegal now face England, potentially against Everton team-mate Jordan Pickford.
Venezuelan under-20 international Yimvert Berroteran, 18, died after two earthquakes hit the country. The Venezuelan Football Federation confirmed his passing, and ex-Premier League star Salomon Rondon led tributes.
South Lanarkshire Provost Margaret Cooper has died after a long illness. She raised over £100,000 for local charities through her Touch a Life initiative and served as a councillor for 14 years.
Kenzo Kies, 21, died after drowning in the Rhone River amid a 40C heatwave. Saint-Etienne plans a tribute at Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium next season.
A 15-year-old boy is missing after swimming at Testwood Lakes near Totton, Hampshire. Emergency services launched a major search operation as the UK recorded its hottest June day.
The June Bootids meteor shower peaks this week, offering unpredictable but potentially spectacular displays. Expert tips reveal how to photograph it using just a smartphone.
As Scotland faces a potential record heatwave, we round up the top outdoor swimming pools and lidos from Gourock to St Monans to help you cool off.
13-year-old Austin Appelbee swam 4km for four hours to rescue his family after they were swept out to sea off Australia's coast.
West Lothian councillors agreed to drain Armadale swimming pool as a safety measure, reducing running costs from £10,000 to £7,500 per month, while supporting community efforts to reopen the facility.
Discover 16 top spots for swimming, splashing, and water fun in Liverpool and Merseyside, from beaches and lidos to watersports centres and splash parks.
European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot captured spectacular aurora images from the ISS, 250 miles above Earth, describing the display as 'absolutely spectacular' and leaving the crew in awe.
Three teenagers drowned at Arrabassa beach in Tarragona, Spain, after swimming in rough seas. Local officials declared three days of mourning.
Curacao held Ecuador to a historic 0-0 draw with 15 saves from Eloy Room, while England face injury concerns over Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice, and Marcelo Bielsa criticizes hydration breaks.